Somerville Public Library events

Thursday

Aug 3, 2017 at 11:49 AM

The Somerville Public Library, Central, is located at 79 Highland Ave. The East Branch is located at 115 Broadway, and the West Branch Library is located at 40 College Ave. For information, visit http://www.somervillepubliclibrary.org.

Kidstock Theater presents “Snow White and the Beast”

Snow White is in for a surprise when she finds a cottage in the woods where a Royal Beast is hiding from his Magic Mirror! Kidstock Theater will present a free and interactive performance of their touring summer show, “Snow White and the Beast,” at 10:30 a.m. Aug. 7 at the Cetnral Library. This program is made possible thanks for the Friends of the Somerville Public Library. For more information, please contact Ann at 617-623-5000, ext. 2950, or acassesso@minlib.net.

Creative Drama Workshop for Kids

All children ages 6-10 are invited to a fun, creative drama workshop at 4 p.m. Aug. 7 at the Central Library. For more information email Ann at acassesso@minlib.net or call 617-623-5000, ext. 2950. This program is free and wheelchair accessible.

Chess Night

Players of all ages and abilities are invited to Chess Night from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 7 at the Central Library. Players should be familiar with the game, though limited instruction may be available. For more information call Ron at 617-623-5000 ext. 2936. This program is free, open to all, and wheelchair accessible.

Science Fiction and Fantasy Book Club

Join other science fiction fans for the first of our monthly Science Fiction and Fantasy Book Club meetings from noon to 1 p.m. Aug. 8 at the Central Library. August’s book selection is The Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler. Copies of the book can be requested through our Library catalog in a variety of formats. Reserved physical copies of the books are available for at the Reference desk on the 2nd floor of the Central Library. For more information, call or e-mail Julie at 617-623-5000 ext. 2955 or jwalker@minlib.net. This program is free and open to all.

PAWS to Read with Daisy and Paula

Children of all ages will take turns sharing or reading stories with therapy dog, Daisy, at 3 p.m. Aug. 9 at the Central Library. For more information call or email Ann at acassesso@minlib.net or 617-623-5000, ext. 2950. This program is free and wheelchair accessible.

Lego Club

The Library supplies the Legos, and children supply the imagination at 3:30 p.m. Aug. 10 at the West Branch Library. This club lets children be creative and build anything they choose. For more information e-mail Alison at amitchell@minlib.net or call (617) 623-5000 ext. 2975. This program is free and open to all. Please note that the West Branch is not wheelchair accessible.

Free Memoir Writing Workshop

Take a little time on a quiet summer evening to relax, reflect and create! Drop by a memoir writing workshop at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 10 at the Central Library. Local writer Elizabeth Moroney will guide you through writing exercises that help you put your past in words. You’ll leave with strategies and ideas to keep your writing going. At the end, you’ll have the opportunity to share your story in a community art installation. Cheese and other treats from Formaggio Kitchen will be provided. All levels are welcome. This program is suitable for adults and high school students. No sign-ups are required. Elizabeth Moroney is a Somerville resident writing a memoir on terrorism, illness and loss. This program is supported in part by the Somerville Arts Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. For more information, call Julie at 617-623-5000, ext. 2955, or email jwalker@minlib.net. This program is free and wheelchair accessible.

Build Beautiful Stuff: A Makerspace Morning for Kids

The team from The Beautiful Stuff Project and the Somerville Public Library are partnering to offer beautiful arts and crafts activities featuring recycled materials at 11 a.m. Aug. 12 at the Central Library. This program is appropriate for families and children from 5-11. The program is free and wheelchair accessible. For more information, please call Annamarie at 617-623-5000, ext. 2950, or email aalmeida@minlib.net.

Drop-In Knitting at the Library

Come to the Library for a casual evening of knitting from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 7 at the West Branch Library, and from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 10 at the East Branch Library. All skill levels are welcome. This is an opportunity for people to bring their knitting or crochet projects and work with others. This program is free and open to all. For more information about the East Branch Program, please call Marita at 617-623-5000, ext. 2971. For more information about the West Branch program, please call Karen at 617-623-5000, ext. 2975. The East Branch Library is wheelchair accessible. Please note that the West Branch is not wheelchair accessible.

Learn English at the Somerville Public Library

English as a Second Language classes are free, and registration is not required. Classes will be held at the following times and places: 6 p.m. Aug. 7, East Branch; 6 p.m. Aug. 8, Central; 6 p.m. Aug. 10, West Branch. There is no waiting list — just come! For more information email Brigid at bpigott@minlib.net or call 617-623-5000. This program is free and open to all. The East Branch Library and Central Library programs are wheelchair accessible.

Preschool Storytimes at the Somerville Public Library

Join in the fun with stories, songs and more that encourage early childhood literacy. Programs will take place at the following times and places: 11 a.m. Aug. 8, West Branch; 11 a.m. Aug. 9, East Branch; 10:30 a.m. Aug. 10, Central; 10:30 a.m. Aug. 11, Central. For more information call or email Ann at acassesso@minlib.net or 617-623-5000, ext. 2950. The Central Library and East Branch Library programs are wheelchair accessible. Please note that the West Branch is not wheelchair accessible.